K'taka DIG held over life convict release by forging SC order

A Deputy Inspector General (Prisons) in Karnataka, M Somashekar, has been arrested for allegedly facilitating the release of a life convict in 2018 by forging a Supreme Court order. The convict's wife, also arrested, accused Somashekar of sexual exploitation. The case came to light after a complaint from the Bengaluru Central Prison Superintendent, revealing a complex conspiracy involving a prison assistant who forged the order.

Ktaka: Prison DIG held over fake SC order used to free convict

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 5 (IANS) Parappana Agrahara police in Bengaluru have arrested Prison Department North Zone DIG Somashekar on charges of allegedly releasing a life-term prisoner from jail on the basis of a fake Supreme Court order, police said on Monday. Police are questioning Somashekar as part of the investigation into the alleged forgery and illegal release of the prisoner. The prisoner, identified as Shankar, was serving a life sentence in a murder case. According to the police, a fake document resembling a Supreme Court order was allegedly prepared in 2018 to facilitate his release from prison. Police have alleged that Srikanth, a Second Division Assistant (SDA), prepared the fake order. Shankar and Srikanth have also been arrested in connection with the case. At the time of the incident, Somashekar was serving as the Jail Superintendent of Parappana Agrahara Central Prison. Shankar, who had been convicted in the murder case, was released from the prison on November 13, 2018, allegedly based on the forged Supreme Court document. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the preparation and use of the fake order and the role of the accused in facilitating the prisoners release. Investigators are also looking into the possible involvement of the accused in other similar incidents and are examining whether any other prisoners may have been released using forged documents. Further questioning of Somashekar and the other accused is under way as police continue their investigation. It may be recalled that, according to data shared by then Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and former Home Minister G. Parameshwara, criminal cases were registered against 88 police personnel and officers in Karnataka for their alleged involvement in various criminal activities. Siddaramaiah had termed the involvement of police personnel in criminal cases as shameful and unpardonable. Parameshwara presented the official figures during a session of the state legislature, highlighting accountability within the force. Speaking at an annual conference of police officers, Siddaramaiah also expressed strong displeasure over criminal cases registered against members of the state police force. He referred to high-profile incidents, including an ATM cash van robbery in Bengaluru in which a head constable was allegedly identified as the kingpin. He also cited drug cases in Karnataka being cracked by police forces from other states instead of local law enforcement, which he had described as embarrassing. The state government had stated that it was examining stricter legal measures and seeking greater vigilance within the department to prevent such incidents.

Fenesta Open: Top seeds Manish Sureshkumar, Vaidehee Chaudhari kick off campaigns with straight-sets wins

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) Top seeds in the mens and womens singles draws, Manish Sureshkumar and Vaidehee Chaudhari, kicked off their respective campaigns with comfortable straight-sets wins on the opening day of the 31st Fenesta Open National Tennis Championship at the DLTA Complex in New Delhi on Monday. Sureshkumar, the defending champion, needed just 61 minutes to defeat Prasad Ingale 6-1, 6-2, while Chaudhari, a two-time former champion who missed last years edition due to injury, dropped just one game in a 6-0, 6-1 win over Riya Sachdeva in 56 minutes. It was a good start. I just tried to be solid because it was the first match, Sureshkumar said after his win. I tried to put as many balls on the court and get the rhythm. Today's match was more about being solid and trying to force the opponent to make an error. I think I was serving really well today. Hopefully, I can continue the momentum to the upcoming rounds. Gunning for his third Fenesta Open title, Sureshkumar is feeling confident playing at what he described as one of his favourite venues. I have won this tournament twice already. Last year was pretty good. I didn't start pretty well last year, but I was able to end it well. I have always liked playing on these courts in Delhi. This is one of my favourite venues. I feel confident playing here, and that's what I will be looking forward to, the 27-year-old from Tamil Nadu added. Chaudhari won the first 11 games of her first-round match before her opponent got on the scoreboard. I played really well; I was 6-0, 5-0 up. I wanted to finish in love and love, she told the media after the win. But Riya played a good game, and it was 6-0, 6-1. Now Im looking forward to my second-round match tomorrow. Like Sureshkumar, Chaudhari also has fond memories of the tournament and is hoping to create some more this year. This place is very special for me. I won my first title in 2022 and the second one in 2024. And whenever I come here, I always go back with the trophy. I feel really good, and hopefully I create some more good memories here this year, she added. Meanwhile, Soha Sadiq caused the first big upset of the tournament with a 6-4, 6-1 win over No. 6 seed Jennifer Luikham in 86 minutes. I feel really good, I feel really positive, Sadiq said after her win. Jennifer is not an easy player to play against. She is very persistent and is a very good player. I am happy I won. The 28-year-old had been training hard in preparation for the event and was happy to see her work pay off on court on Monday. I was training just for this tournament, and I just did everything (in the match) I practised for. This is one of the biggest tournaments in India, and this win is a good start for me, she said. Elsewhere in the mens singles draw, third seed Nitin Sinha, sixth seed Maan Kesharwani and eighth seed Rohan Mehra all advanced to the second round. However, No. 7 seed Madhwin Kamath was knocked out by Parth Aggarwal in three sets. In the womens singles draw, second seed Shruti Ahlawat reached the second round with a 6-4, 6-0 win over Chevika Sama, while third seed Akanksha Nitture battled past Lakshmi Gowda 7-6, 7-6. Suraj Prabodh, the top seed in the mens qualifying draw, was one of eight players to come through qualifying and earn a place in the main draw. Others included 35-year-old veteran Lakshit Sood and rising juniors Aditya Mor and Prakaash Sarran, who are both among the seeded players in the Boys Under-18 singles draw, which also commenced on Monday. In the Boys Under-18 singles draw, top seed Praneel Sharma was impressive as he defeated Ritvik Dutt 6-0, 6-0 in less than an hour. Fourth seed Om Ramesh Patel, seventh seed Parjanya Adury and No. 8 seed Kushagra Arora also won their first-round matches in straight sets. The Girls' Under-18 singles draw also got underway on Monday. The top 16 seeds received a bye into the second round. They were joined by first-round winners Riddhi Shinde, Paavani Bisht, Pooja Nagaraj and Sanidya Karantoth, among others. Results at the time of writing this report: Mens Singles First Round (Round of 32): Manish Sureshkumar [1] (TN) def. Prasad Ingale (MH) 6-1, 6-2; Nitin Sinha [3] (WB) def. K Suresh (TN) 6-2, 6-2; Maan Kesharwani [6] (UP) def. Vansh Bisht (DL) 6-4, 6-4; Parth Aggarwal (DL) def. Madhwin Kamath [7] (GJ) 7-5, 1-6, 6-2; Rohan Mehra [8] (DL) def. A Senthilkumar (TN) 6-3, 5-7, 6-2; Pranav Karthik (TN) def. Suhith Lanka (TG) 6-4, 6-4; Debasis Sahoo (OD) def. Irfan Husain (TN) 7-5, 7-6 Womens Singles First Round (Round of 32) Results Vaidehi Chaudhari [1] def. Riya Sachdeva 6-0, 6-1 Shruti Ahlawat [2] def. Chevika Sama 6-4, 6-0 Akanksha Nitture [3] def. Lakshmi Gowda 7-6, 7-6 Soha Sadiq def. Jennifer Luikham [6] 6-4, 6-1 Akansha Ghosh def. Divya Bhardwaj 6-4, 6-2 Saily Thakkar def. Pooja Ingale 6-3, 6-3 Yubrani Banerjee def. Hasini Davunaboina 6-1, 6-0 Boys U18 First Round (Round of 64) Results Praneel Sharma [1] def. Ritvik Dutt 6-0, 6-0 Om Ramesh Patel [4] def. Gyansh Manchanda 6-2, 6-0 Parjanya Adury [7] def. Gaurish Madaan 6-0, 6-4 Kushagra Arora [8] def. Aritra Sasmal 6-3, 6-0 Sharan Somasi [11] def. Chandra Kopparapu 6-1, 6-3 Veer Jiten Madam def. Yaj Malik [14] 6-1, 6-1 Yashwin Dahiya [15] def. Ryan Mehta 6-2, 6-0 Lakshya Chukka [16] def. Lakshay Drall 6-0, 6-2 C Yale def. Rehaan Theodore 6-4, 6-4 Sarthak Gaikwad def. Ahaan Khanna 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 Tejas Ravi def. Nithik Sivakumar 6-3, 6-4 Anay Pandey def. Raunak Gilra 6-2, 7-5 Sangram Bhadury def. Harsh Nandal 6-2, 6-1 Mehul Jothish def. Ashwin Kabilan 7-5, 6-3 Aryaveer Sharma def. Gurrshan Mehta 6-1, 7-5 Rishi Yadav def. Arnav Bhuyan 6-3, 6-2 Srikar Doni def. Aksh Jood 6-1, 6-3 Girls U18 First Round (Round of 64) Results Riddhi Shinde def. Zoha Qureshi 6-2, 6-1 Paavani Bisht def. Ruhin Kaushal 6-2, 6-0 Pooja Nagaraj def. Vrandika Raput 6-1, 6-3 Sanidya Karantoth def. Mahi Raulji 6-0, 6-3 Mehul Malik def. Dyuti Jain 7-5, 6-1 Anjhalle Meka def. Aafreen Rahil 6-0, 6-4 Diya Chaudhary def. Vani Bansal 6-1, 6-0 Aniha Gavinolla def. Sanmitha Harini 4-6, 6-1, 6-3 Harsha Oruganti def. Sherry Sharma 6-1, 6-2 Tejaswi Manneni def. Chanchal Malik 6-1, 6-0 Iha Joshi def. Aarnavi Tomar 6-1, 6-0 Miraya Agrawal def. Mehr Muralidass 6-1, 6-0 Manvi Gupta def. Anarva Shyamraj 6-1, 6-0 Thatiparthy Hemaza def. Rathi Manvi 6-1, 6-3

Prisons DIG Arrested Over Assisting Convicted Prisoners Release Through Forged SC Order

Bengaluru police arrested Prisons DIG M. Somashekar for allegedly assisting a life convicts release using a forged Supreme Court order in 2018.

Karnataka: Probe widens after jail DIG held for prisoner release

Bengaluru: The investigation into the alleged use of a fake Supreme Court order to secure the release of a life convict has taken a significant turn with Parappana Agrahara police arresting Jail DIG Somashekar. The case dates back to 2018, when Shankar, a prisoner sentenced to life imprisonment in a murder case, was released from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Karnataka DIG frees murder convict using fake SC papers, 'sexually exploits' his wife

Somashekhar, a deputy inspector general of Karnataka Prisons, was arrested for serious corruption allegations. The officer was involved in the illegal release of a murderer using forged Supreme Court documents. Additional accusations include sexually exploiting the convict's wife and granting unlawful paroles. He allegedly bypassed prison protocols to favor the convict, which violated established regulations. The investigation highlights extensive misconduct within the prison system during 2018.

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Swami Ramji: The Saint who Rekindled the Flame of Kashmir Shaivism

There are moments in the history of a civilisation when a tradition, though never completely extinguished, appears to recede into the shadows of time. Its texts survive in manuscripts, its wisdom remains preserved in the memories of a few teachers, and its spiritual practices continue quietly within a small circle. Then comes an individual who reconnects the broken threads, restores confidence in the tradition and transmits its knowledge to a new generation. In the modern history of Kashmir Shaivism, Swami Ramji Maharaj (18541915) occupies such a significant place. A saint, scholar, practitioner and teacher, he helped revive the living study and practice of the Trika tradition in nineteenth-century Kashmir and prepared the ground for its remarkable transmission into the twentieth century. His influence was not merely personal or devotional. It extended to the preservation, teaching and publication of the intellectual heritage of Kashmir Shaivism. Swami Ram was born in 1854 into a Kashmiri Pandit family in Srinagar. Accounts of his life describe an early inclination towards spiritual inquiry and the study of Shaiva scriptures. He came into the orbit of learned teachers who introduced him to the Agamas and the philosophical literature of Kashmir Shaivism. His spiritual formation eventually brought him into contact with Swami Manas Ram Mongra, popularly known as Maneh Kak, who became an important guru in his life and in the transmission of the Trika tradition. To understand Swami Rams importance, however, one must first appreciate the intellectual grandeur of the tradition he inherited. Kashmir Shaivism was not simply a sectarian religious doctrine. It represented one of Indias most sophisticated schools of non-dual philosophical thought. Its classical development is associated with masters such as Vasugupta, Somananda, Utpaladeva, Abhinavagupta and Kshemaraja. At its heart lies the recognition that ultimate reality is Shiva, an infinite, self-luminous consciousness, and that the universe is not fundamentally separate from that reality. The word Pratyabhijnarecognitionis central to this philosophical vision. The human being does not have to manufacture an entirely new reality; rather, one must recognise the deeper nature of consciousness that is already present. The world, in this understanding, is not merely an illusion to be rejected. It is an expression of the dynamic power, or Shakti, of the supreme consciousness. This philosophical inheritance had reached extraordinary heights in the works of Abhinavagupta and his successors. But the historical circumstances of Kashmir subsequently made the institutional continuity of many Shaiva traditions increasingly fragile. By the nineteenth century, the tradition needed not merely textual preservation but living teachers who could embody and transmit it. It was in this environment that Swami Ram emerged. His significance lay in bringing together scriptural learning, philosophical understanding and spiritual practice. He did not approach Kashmir Shaivism as an intellectual museum. The Agamas, the works of the great acharyas and the practices of the Trika system were, for him, a living path. Accounts of his life describe periods of intense meditation, study and spiritual discipline. His teaching attracted both serious seekers and householders. This is important because Kashmir Shaivism does not necessarily demand withdrawal from worldly responsibilities as the only route to spiritual realisation. Its philosophical framework allows the spiritual quest to unfold while recognising the realities of human life. Swami Ram eventually established his Trika Shaiva Ashram at Fateh Kadal in Srinagar, generally dated to the 1880s. The ashram became an important centre for the study and transmission of Shaiva philosophy in modern Kashmir. From this centre emerged a remarkable lineage of teachers and disciples. Among his important disciples were Swami Mahtab Kak, Swami Vidyadhar and Swami Govind Kaul Jalali. Swami Mahtab Kak would subsequently become the principal teacher of Swami Lakshmanjoo, one of the most important twentieth-century exponents of Kashmir Shaivism. Thus, the intellectual and spiritual influence of Swami Ram extended well beyond his own lifetime. The connection with Lakshmanjoo is particularly significant. Swami Lakshmanjoo was born in Srinagar in 1907. Accounts associated with his lineage describe Swami Ram as recognising the young Lakshmans spiritual inclination and entrusting his further education to Mahtab Kak. Whether viewed through the language of traditional guru-shishya transmission or through the history of ideas, the succession is remarkable: Swami Ram Mahtab Kak Swami Lakshmanjoo. Through Lakshmanjoo, the teachings of Kashmir Shaivism eventually reached audiences far beyond Kashmir. The revival initiated in the nineteenth century thus acquired a much wider intellectual and spiritual horizon in the twentieth century. Swami Rams contribution, however, went beyond the immediate guru-shishya relationship. One of the most consequential developments associated with the revival of Kashmir Shaivism was the systematic publication of its ancient texts. The Kashmir Series of Texts and Studies (KSTS), initiated under Maharaja Pratap Singh in the early twentieth century, became a landmark in making important Sanskrit works of Kashmirs philosophical heritage available in printed form. Sources associated with the tradition credit Swami Ram with encouraging Maharaja Pratap Singh to undertake such a publication effort. This was an extraordinary act of intellectual foresight. A philosophical tradition cannot remain alive indefinitely if its principal texts are inaccessible. Manuscripts can disappear, deteriorate or remain confined to a small number of custodians. Printing transformed the possibilities of transmission. The KSTS therefore became an important bridge between Kashmirs classical intellectual heritage and modern scholarship. Swami Ram understood that preservation required both realisation and documentation, both guru and grantha, both lived experience and accessible texts. That insight deserves particular attention today. The modern world often separates philosophy from spirituality. Academic institutions may study philosophical systems primarily as historical objects, while spiritual communities may sometimes emphasise experience without sufficient attention to textual rigour. The Kashmir Shaiva tradition historically brought these dimensions together. Swami Ram represented that synthesis in the modern period. He studied the philosophical works of the great masters and transmitted their ideas through oral teaching and spiritual discipline. Among the works associated with his teaching tradition were texts connected with Vasugupta, Utpaladeva and Abhinavagupta, including the Stotravali, Shivastotravali, Tantraloka and Panchastavi. The deeper message of this tradition remains relevant. Kashmir Shaivism places consciousness at the centre of its philosophical inquiry. It asks the individual to look beyond fragmented perceptions of the self and recognise a deeper unity. In a world increasingly marked by anxiety, polarisation and material preoccupation, the philosophical proposition that consciousness is not merely an accidental phenomenon but central to our understanding of existence retains considerable contemporary interest. Yet Swami Ram should not be reduced to a philosophical slogan. His importance lies in the continuity he embodied. Kashmirs civilisation produced a remarkable succession of philosophers, mystics, poets and spiritual teachers. From Lalleshwari to Abhinavagupta, from Rupa Bhawani to Swami Ram and subsequently to Swami Lakshmanjoo, there is a fascinating history of intellectual and spiritual creativity. These figures belong to different historical circumstances and should not be artificially made identical. But together they demonstrate the remarkable resilience of Kashmirs contemplative traditions. Swami Rams place in this continuum is that of a bridge-builder between classical Kashmir and the modern age. He inherited a tradition that had achieved its classical philosophical expression many centuries earlier. He revived its teaching in a period when its institutional presence had weakened. He created a space where seekers could study and practise. He trained disciples who carried the tradition forward. And he encouraged the preservation and publication of the textual heritage upon which future generations of scholars and practitioners could depend. His legacy therefore belongs not merely to one community or one period. It forms part of the larger intellectual heritage of India. In remembering Swami Ram, Kashmir remembers one of those quiet civilisational figures whose influence cannot be measured simply by books written or institutions founded. His contribution was to ensure that a profound stream of Indian philosophical thought continued to flow. He passed away in 1915, but the lineage did not end with him. It moved through his disciples and ultimately reached new generations and new continents. That may be the most enduring lesson of Swami Rams life: civilisations survive not merely because their monuments remain standing, but because their knowledge is transmitted from one generation to another. Kashmir Shaivism is one such stream of knowledge. Swami Ram was among the modern custodians who helped keep that stream alive. At a time when Kashmirs ancient intellectual inheritance deserves renewed studywithin India and beyondhis life invites us to look again at the philosophical treasures that emerged from the Valley. The story of Swami Ram is, in that sense, not only the story of a saint. It is the story of memory, continuity and civilisational renewal. And perhaps that is why his legacy continues to matter: he did not merely look back at Kashmirs great philosophical past. He helped ensure that it could speak to the future. (The Author is a columnist, a public intellectual and a noted legal eagle)

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Digital Desk | Gangtok, Sep 28 (IANS) The Sikkim Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday backed the Election Commission's recent clarification on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, dismissing allegations of manipulation and malpractice raised by the Congress and other opposition parties. BJP spokesperson Passang Gyali Sherpa said the poll panel's joint statement had provided factual clarification on what he described as several misleading claims surrounding the electoral process and the ongoing revision exercise. Sherpa added that the Election Commission had made it clear that key operational and regulatory decisions, including the SIR, were taken with the unanimous approval of the full Commission. He also referred to the Election Commission's clarification regarding its communication to the Cabinet Secretary T.V. Somanathan, saying it concerned an internal administrative matter involving an officer on deputation and had no connection with the Commission's policy decisions, Information Technology division or the SIR exercise. On the legal aspects of electoral-roll revision, Sherpa said the declaration accompanying Form-6 for the SIR exercise had been examined and upheld by the Supreme Court. He added that statutory procedures under the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960, continued to govern electoral-roll revisions outside the SIR framework. The BJP leader also highlighted measures announced by the Election Commission to widen voter participation. These include dedicated outreach camps for labourers, homeless citizens and people residing in night shelters, besides door-to-door efforts by Booth Level Officers to distribute and collect forms and facilitate enrolment of eligible voters. Referring to the ongoing SIR process in Sikkim, Sherpa said recognised political parties had been asked to nominate Booth Level Agents (BLA) and BLA-2 representatives at every polling booth. He added that the arrangement would allow political parties to participate in the verification process and assist Booth Level Officers in examining electoral details. Rejecting allegations that the BJP had interferred in or manipulated the voter revision exercise, Sherpa termed the charges completely baseless and devoid of factual foundation. He urged political parties to substantiate allegations with evidence and cautioned against statements that could undermine public confidence in the electoral process. Sherpa called upon all stakeholders to respect constitutional institutions and established legal procedures, saying electoral debates should be based on verified facts and the Election Commission's stated framework.

BRS leader Mahesh Yadav seeks ticket for Khairatabad bypoll

Hyderabad: With the Khairatabad Assembly by-election set to be held following the disqualification of former MLA Danam Nagender, leaders from various political parties have begun lobbying for tickets. In the latest development, former Somajiguda corporator and BRS leader Mahesh Yadav has expressed his desire to contest the by-election on the BRS ticket. Addressing a press Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

ECI Clears Air On ECINet Row: What Sandhu And Joshi Told Cabinet Secretary

The Election Commission of India (ECI) clarified on Saturday that the letters sent to the Cabinet Secretary T V Somanathan by the Election Commissioners, Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, were not related to any decision regarding the IT wing of

Work to begin on Rs 108 crore 4-lane ROB between Guntur and Nambur railway stations

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) The government on Saturday said the foundation stone for a four-lane Road Over Bridge (ROB) between Guntur and Nambur railway stations has been laid at an estimated cost of Rs 108 crore. In a key incentive to urban mobility and rail safety under the vision of New Railways, New Andhra Pradesh, the foundation stone was laid by Union Minister of State for Railways and Jal Shakti, V. Somanna, in the presence of Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications, Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar. The 668-metre, four-lane ROB will replace Level Crossing (LC) Gate No 3, on the Guntur-Krishna Canal section of the Guntur-Nambur line. Situated near the Inner Ring Road of Guntur City, the bridge connects Bus Stand Road directly with Gorantla Village. Requiring 2.9 acres of land, construction works are scheduled to commence shortly, said Railways Ministry. Somanna said that Indian Railways accords top priority to passenger safety and operational efficiency. He noted that eliminating level crossing gates through modern ROBs and RUBs is an essential step toward achieving zero accidents and punctuality. The minister further stated that the Central Government is modernising rail infrastructure at an unprecedented pace across Andhra Pradesh, and this 4-lane bridge will save valuable commute time, reduce fuel wastage, prevent vehicle detentions, and foster regional socio-economic development. Moreover, 74 railway stations in the state are being modified with modern world class amenities with an investment of Rs 3,500 crore. Dr Pemmasani said the Centre remains firmly dedicated to the rapid expansion of Andhra Pradeshs transport infrastructure. He highlighted that close synergy between Central and State departments is fast-tracking key road and rail projects in the Guntur region to deliver world-class connectivity and resolve long-standing traffic bottlenecks for local residents. The project will help eliminate gate detentions and ensure seamless flow of city vehicular traffic, fuel savings, enhanced train punctuality, and upgraded urban safety.

70th District-Level Chess Championship Begins at MDS Public School

Udaipur: The 70th District-Level Chess Championship was inaugurated at MDS Public School on September 20. The event was inaugurated by the schools founder, Ramesh Chandra Somani, who interacted with the players and formally opened the competition. He wished all participants success and encouraged them to give their best. Boys and girls from the Under-14, Under-17 ... Read more 70th District-Level Chess Championship Begins at MDS Public School

Parikshit Somani receives four-year suspension over doping violation

Indian tennis player Parikshit Somani has been suspended for four years after flunking a dope test during an ATP Challenger tournament in Astana last year. An independent tribunal of the international tennis integrity agency handed the player suspension. The 26-year-old Somani, who reached a career-high doubles ranking of 256 in July 2023, tested positive for the prohibited substance trimetazidine in Kazakhstan on July 31, 2025. Somani was handed a provisional suspension on September 23, 2025. In February 2026, the player asserted that he had consumed food prepared by a family member, which had been contaminated by the family member's medicine during the food production process. This became the basis of Somani's explanation at a hearing before an independent tribunal on 19 August 2026. Having considered expert scientific opinions presented by Somani and the ITIA, the independent tribunal concluded that the food contamination theories were 'scientifically implausible', 'highly ..

Luxury hotels and hospitality take centerstage as Gujarat preps for centenary edition of CWG Games

Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Sep 23 (IANS) With Ahmedabad getting ready to host the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2030 and the state setting its sights on Olympic Games 2036, the city's skyline is being shaped by slew of five-star luxury hotels and hospitality projects. Multiple luxury hotels, multi-storey buildings are taking shape in the city to welcome the sporting teams from across the globe, accompanied by thousands and lakhs of guests, slated to arrive in the city during centenary edition of the CWG Games. Many hotels, homestays are under construction, infrastructure development has taken centrestage while city's landscape in being spruced up. According to the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, approvals were granted for around nine hotels in 2025 alone, and their construction is underway. Approvals for the construction of four additional hotels were granted this year. Five new five-star hotel projects are coming up along Sindhu Bhavan Road, with three of them already under construction. Plans are also in place to build a 16-storey, five-star hotel with 200300 rooms, along with a convention and exhibition centre, on the western bank of the Sabarmati river. Ahmedabad Municipal Commissioner Banchhanidhi Pani speaking to IANS, told, We approved around nine hotels within the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation area in 2025, and their construction is currently in progress. Approvals for four more hotels were granted in 2026, and construction work on these is also underway. A large number of hotels are being built at various locations across Ahmedabad city. Narendra Somani, Ahmedabad President of the Hotel Association, said, Preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games are underway. We are witnessing the development of infrastructure and hospitality projects across the city. Construction has already begun on three hotels near Sindhu Bhavan Road, and plans for two or three additional hotels have been submitted to the municipal corporation for approval; work on these is set to start soon. A large convention centre and a major five-star hotel are being built on the riverfront, alongside one or two new hotels near the airport. In addition to hotels, work is progressing on numerous projects related to roads, bridges, water supply, drainage, railways, and public transport. Notably, Ahmedabad is set to host Commonwealth Games 2030. As the Union government is planning to bid for hosting Olympics 2036, the pace of development in Ahmedabad could make it the de-facto first choice for the international sporting event.

Chargesheet Filed In Triple Murder Case

On June 22 this year, Somasundar (55), his wife Muthulakhmi (480 and their young daughter Supriya (20) were allegedly stabbed and hijacked to death inside their apartment at Sai Green Apartment in Dhamanik Layout in Seegehalli under KR Puram police station limits.

Four Arrested for Stealing Charity Box and Silver Crown from Temple in Bhubaneswar

Airfield Police have cracked a burglary case involving the Maa Tarini Temple in Bhimatangi by arresting four youths, including habitual offenders, on Monday. The arrested accused have been identified as Biku Bhoi alias Dhola (25), Sanjay Bhoi alias Gunga (26), and Silu Bhoi alias Silua (25)all residents of the Sundarpada areaalong with Somanatha Nayak alias [] The post Four Arrested for Stealing Charity Box and Silver Crown from Temple in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Seven Ethiopian armed groups announce anti-government alliance

The announcement of the Ethiopian Peoples Forces Alliance for Survival brought together a geographically and ethnically diverse groups ranging from Tigray in the north to the Somali Region in the south

SGH-ni NH-217 ramani bidingo chang

BAGHMARA: South Garo Hills ajao NH-217 ramani bidingo Non-Coorperation Movement (NCM)-ko ongatangtaina tik kaanga. Iani bidingo nangrimgimin NGO-ni parakatani gitade, South Garo Hills ajani NH-217 ramako ruuta bilsina tarininggija galchipenganina batanggimin September 2 aro 3 tariko salgnina Non-Cooperation Movement (NCM)-ko ongate sal chibongana aganchakchina sorkarina somaiko ongenchimoba daalonaba maming namgipa aro kadongani kattarangko aganchaka dongjani []

Aditya, Sameer Best at Carrom Tournament

In the mens singles second round Shaik Sameer defeated Soma Srikanth 25-0, 25-0 while Sasi Nadipati and Aditya also scored wins with similar scores.

1,000 appointment letters distributed at Rozgar Mela in the country: V. Somanna

Rozgar Mela reflects Centres focus on youth employment, says Union Minister

1,000 appointment letters distributed at Rozgar Mela in the country: V. Somanna

Rozgar Mela reflects Centres focus on youth employment, says Union Minister

Students from Nagaland embark on 10-day Seema Darshan tour organised by Assam Rifles

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 19 (IANS) A group of students from Nagaland has embarked on a 10-day Seema Darshan Tour organised by the Assam Rifles under the Army's Spear Corps as part of Operation Sadbhavna, an initiative aimed at exposing youth from remote regions to the country's cultural diversity and strategic frontier areas. Such tours are part of Operation Sadbhavna, through which youngsters from remote areas get an opportunity to visit other parts of the country to learn more about India's rich and diverse culture. It also provides the children a chance to interact with personnel of the defence forces and learn more about their role in defending the country. The present batch includes 20 students and two teachers from the Government Higher Secondary School, Rusoma, in Kohima, Nagaland. They will be visiting Guwahati, Tenga, Tawang and Tezpur before returning to Kohima on September 28. This tour will give the young minds first-hand insight into India's rich diversity, frontier regions and the role of security forces in safeguarding the nation, the Spear Corps has posted on X. Both Tenga and Tawang are in Arunachal Pradesh and play a key role in the defence of India's northern border. At the same time, both places have a rich culture. Tezpur, in Assam, is also of immense strategic importance. It has the headquarters of the Army's IV Corps (Gajraj Corps) and also houses an Indian Air Force fighter base that operates frontline aircraft like the Su-30 MKI. This is the second such tour for the youth in Nagaland this year. In March, 20 students and three teachers from Bhandari in the Wokha district of Nagaland had travelled to Guwahati and Kolkata to explore important educational institutions and historical landmarks. In 2025, students and teachers from the PM Shri Government High School, Yangphi, in the Kiphire district of Nagaland were taken to Delhi and Agra. They visited historical landmarks like the Red Fort and Taj Mahal and also paid tribute at the National War Museum. During the present trip, interactions with senior military officers and community leaders have been planned. This will help foster national integration and empower the youth, the Army said.

Jharkhand HC extends stay on cancellations of JPSC, JSSC appointments; retired judge to monitor probe

Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 18 (IANS) The Jharkhand High Court on Friday extended its stay on the state government's decision to cancel appointments made through the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) examination and the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) recruitment process. The court also appointed a retired High Court judge to oversee the investigation into the alleged irregularities in the recruitment exercises. A bench of Justice Deepak Roshan heard a batch of petitions challenging the government's decision to annul appointments made through various recruitment examinations, including the JPSC CDPO and JSSC-CGL exams. During the hearing, the court orally observed that while the material available so far suggests that not all appointments were made in a fair manner, it is equally true that not every appointment was tainted. The court expressed concern over the lengthy recruitment process followed by the JPSC, noting that it often takes two to three years to conduct examinations and complete appointments. In such circumstances, the bench observed, a blanket cancellation of appointments could adversely affect many officials against whom no individual wrongdoing has been established. To ensure impartial scrutiny of the allegations, the court appointed retired High Court judge Gautam Kumar Choudhary to monitor the investigation, while retired IPS officer R.K. Malik was designated as the nodal officer for the probe. During the proceedings, both the Jharkhand government and the JPSC submitted their responses before the court. In its affidavit, the state government defended its decision to cancel the JSSC-CGL examination, arguing that the entire recruitment process had been vitiated by alleged irregularities. According to the government, distinguishing between genuinely successful candidates and those who may have unfairly benefited had become difficult. The government cited Supreme Court guidelines that permit cancellation of an entire examination when the recruitment process is found to be irreparably compromised, and it becomes impossible to separate valid selections from tainted ones. On this basis, it justified its decision to scrap the CGL examination. The affidavit further stated that confidential examination-related work, including question paper printing and distribution to examination centres, had been entrusted to ICN Technology. According to the government, 28 individuals, including the company's CEO Somansh Prakash, have been arrested in connection with the alleged exam scam, while notices have been issued to 265 people. The government also claimed that the investigation had uncovered evidence suggesting that candidates were allegedly coached with answers at locations in Nepal, Asansol, Kolkata, Bihar, Jharia and Bokaro. Of the 28 candidates taken to Nepal, 10 were successful in the CGL examination, the affidavit stated. The investigation is still underway. Senior advocates Rajeev Ranjan, Indrajeet Sinha, Amritansh Vats, Kumar Harsh, Sonal Tiwari and Subhash Rasik Soren, among others, appeared for the petitioners. The state government was represented by senior advocate Meenakshi Arora and Advocate General Rohitashwa Roy, while the JPSC was represented by advocates Sanjay Piperwal and Prince Kumar.

Bengaluru Cantonment station redevelopment to be ready by December: Somanna

Bengaluru Cantonment railway station will open by December 2026 after a Rs 485 crore redevelopment. Yesvantpur station upgrades will finish by November, and KSR Bengaluru station master plan is underway. Track capacity around Bengaluru is expanding to manage rising passenger and freight traffic. A mega coaching terminal at Yelahanka is planned for future rail needs. The Railways is also eliminating level crossings and quadrupling the Bengaluru-Tumakuru line.

Union Minister Somanna, Vijayendra mark PM Modi's birthday with prayers, cleanliness drives

Digital Desk | Tumakuru/Shivamogga (Karnataka), Sep 17 (IANS) Minister of State (MoS) for Jal Shakti and Railways V. Somanna and Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President B.Y. Vijayendra on Thursday participated in various programmes to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday and commemorate his 25 years of public service, praying for his long life and continued service to the nation. Somanna offered special prayers at the Sri Subrahmanya Temple in Tumakuru for the Prime Minister's long life and continued strength to serve the country. Later, he participated in a cleanliness drive at the Tumakuru Railway Station as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. He joined volunteers and personally took up a broom to sweep the railway station premises, highlighting the importance of cleanliness. Schoolchildren warmly welcomed MoS Somanna at the railway station by showering flowers. The union Minister expressed happiness over the affectionate welcome extended by the children. Meanwhile, Vijayendra offered special prayers at the Sri Huchhurayaswamy Temple in Shikaripura on the occasion of PM Modi's birthday. He said PM Modi had been serving the country with a spirit of dedication for the past 25 years and was working tirelessly as the Pradhan Sevak towards fulfilling the vision of a developed India by 2047. Vijayendra added that PM Modi began his public service journey as the Gujarat Chief Minister in 2001 and became the country's Prime Minister in 2014. He said that PM Modi would complete 25 years in public service on October 7, 2026, marking 25 years since he assumed office as the Gujarat Chief Minister. Vijayendra prayed for PM Modi's long life, good health and continued strength to serve the people of the country. He said that ensuring justice for the most disadvantaged sections of society and making government welfare schemes accessible to all were among PM Modi's key objectives. He said the month-long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan programme would begin on Thursday as desired by BJP President Nitin Nabin. The BJP has announced the nationwide campaign from September 17 to October 17 to mark PM Modi's 25 years in public service. Vijayendra said that BJP workers would organise programmes at booths across all 224 Assembly constituencies in Karnataka. The BJP workers would also light lamps with members of the public at 7 p.m. and pray for PM Modi's long life and greater strength to serve the nation. He urged BJP workers to take the message of PM Modi's various welfare initiatives and vision to every household. Mandal President Hanumanthappa, City President Raghavendra S.S., Mandal Yuva Morcha President Veeranagowda, Mandal Mahila Morcha President Rekha Rajshekhar and party leaders K.S. Gurumurthy, Vasanthgowda, Channaveerappa, Ramanaik, D.L. Basavaraj, Palakshappa, Sachin and Girish Dharwad, among others, were present.

UN relief chief fast-tracks funds for displaced people in Yemen

Digital Desk | United Nations, Sep 16 (IANS) UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher has released 9 million US dollars in urgent funds to provide assistance to displaced Yemeni families and their host communities, said the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). The United Nations and its humanitarian partners continue to support displaced families and others caught up in the hostilities. But humanitarian supplies and resources are running low, said OCHA on Tuesday (local time). Humanitarian access and movement remain severely constrained due to insecurity. Movement along key routes is restricted or suspended, making it harder to reach many of those in dire need, said OCHA. The office calls on all parties to protect civilians, respect international humanitarian law, and facilitate safe and unimpeded humanitarian access so that urgently needed assistance can reach people in need, reports Xinhua news agency. The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) said that escalating hostilities along Yemen's western coast have displaced more than 100,000 people inside the country and forced thousands more to seek safety across Bab al-Mandab Strait in Djibouti. The UNHCR said that humanitarian access is a major challenge and that insecurity, damaged roads, telecommunications disruptions and movement restrictions affect operations. Damage to Al Makha port has further constrained humanitarian movement and logistics. The agency said that fighting has uprooted families across several governorates, raising concerns about further displacement inside Yemen and additional refugee movements if hostilities intensify. Many families fled at short notice with few belongings. Shelter, food, clean water, health care and protection services are among the most urgent needs, as receiving communities and displacement sites become overstretched, said the UNHCR. The agency said that over the past four days, more than 2,400 people have made the sea crossing from Yemen to Djibouti. More than 60 per cent were women, children and older people. People are arriving after a difficult sea journey, many exhausted, distressed and carrying what little they could take with them, said Sandrine Desamours, the UNHCR representative in Djibouti. The response is already under pressure. We urgently need more support before more families arrive and needs outpace our capacity to assist them. The UNHCR is also monitoring the possibility of onward or parallel movements toward Somalia, where contingency planning is under way should additional arrivals materialise. The agency said it is deeply concerned about more than 65,000 registered refugees and asylum-seekers inside Yemen, most from Somalia and Ethiopia, who face renewed risks.

Where is he now?: Kash Patel pressed on Somali-born Minnesota Medicaid fraudster at Senate hearing

Where is he now?: Kash Patel pressed on Somali-born Minnesota Medicaid fraudster at Senate hearing

Who was Ayyalasomayajula Lalitha? Meet India's first woman engineer who broke gender barriers in a male-dominated field

In 1943, Ayyalasomayajula Lalitha shattered societal norms by becoming India's first woman engineer. Overcoming personal loss, she delved into electrical engineering, gaining hands-on experience at a railway workshop and contributing to pivotal infrastructure projects. Her influence extended beyond borders as she represented female engineers from India at international conferences, inspiring countless future women in the engineering field.

171 Somali Migrants Return Home Safely from Libya

A special charter flight has brought 171 Somali migrants back home from Libya, facilitated by the International Organization for Migration. 171 Somali Migrants Return Home Safely from Libya

171 Somali Migrants Return Home from Libya with IOMs Help

171 Somali migrants have returned home from Libya, facilitated by the IOM, after facing exploitation and hardship. 171 Somali Migrants Return Home from Libya with IOMs Help

Central Railway emerges champion in Railway Athletics tournament

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 13 (IANS) Central Railway has emerged as the overall champion at the 91st All Railway Athletics Championship that came to an end at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Stadium in Salt Lake, Kolkata, on Sunday, September 13, 2026. The tournament was organised by the Railway Sports Promotion Board, Eastern Railway Sports Association (ERSA) and was inaugurated by Eastern Railway (ER) general manager Gitika Pandey on September 11, 2026. During the concluding event, she handed over prizes to the various teams and participants. While the Central Railway Team bagged the overall Championship Trophy, Southern Railway was the runner-up. The hosts (ER) won four gold medals. Two of these were won by Lili Das, while Moumita Mandal and Khyati Mathur won the remaining two. Bhagavadi Bhavani from Southern Railway was adjudged the Best Female Athlete, while David, also from Southern Railway, was declared the Best Male Athlete. The South Western Railway Womens Team won the Women's Championship Cup. The runners-up position in the Womens category went to Southern Railway. In the Mens category, Central Railway emerged as team champion, while Northern Railway secured the runners-up position. The championship witnessed the participation of 24 teams from different zonal railways, production units, and the Railway Protection Force (RPF), with over individuals, including athletes, coaches, and team managers, taking part in various events. Many of those who participated are national- and international-level athletes, a senior ER official said. The railway is among the organisations that provide necessary support to sportspersons. Talent is scouted and nurtured, and medal winners at national and international competitions are provided employment through the sports quota. These sportspersons continue to train further and win more honours at important competitions, such as the Asian Games and Olympics. Many such sportspersons were present during the tournament. They included Arjuna Awardees Joseph Abraham, Jitendra Kumar, J J Shobha, Pappu Yadav, Soma Biswas, Saraswati Saha, Padma Shri recipient L Bombayla Devi, Mohammad Ali Qamar (also a Dronacharya Awardee, and Olympians Sanjay Ray and Bhawana Jat. ER general manager Pandey congratulated the winners and participants, encouraging them to strive for even greater achievements in future championships. This was the second year in a row that Eastern Railway organised this tournament. ER has been at the forefront of promoting sports and nurturing young talent through various tournaments, ER CPRO Shibram Majhi, who is also an office bearer of the ERSA, said.

BRS women MLAs complain to NHRC, NCW over Telangana Police assault

Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 11 (IANS) Women MLAs belonging to BRS on Friday approached the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and the National Commission for Women (NCW) in New Delhi, alleging that Telangana Police assaulted and humiliated them while preventing them from entering the State Assembly. They sought the intervention of the national commissions over alleged violations of their rights as elected representatives and the conduct of police personnel. A delegation of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLAs, MLCs and MPs and senior leaders separately met NHRC Member Vijaya Bharathi and NCW Chairperson Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar and submitted representations detailing the incident. According to a BRS release in Hyderabad, former ministers and BRS MLAs P. Sabitha Indra Reddy and V. Sunitha Lakshma Reddy apprised the commissions of the alleged police action at the Assembly entrance. They alleged that they were manhandled despite being women legislators and accused the police of preventing elected representatives from entering the House. Sabitha Indra Reddy alleged that she was physically restrained and that police personnel pulled her by the hair and pressed her throat during the incident. Sunitha Lakshma Reddy alleged that her saree was pulled, causing her severe humiliation. The BRS leaders questioned the authority of the police to prevent elected legislators from entering the Assembly premises. The BRS leaders also alleged that despite lodging a complaint with Telangana Police, no action had been taken so far. They pointed out that more than 100 hours had passed since the incident, yet no FIR had been registered against those allegedly responsible for assaulting the women MLAs, while cases were instead registered against BRS legislators. The leaders lashed out at the Telangana government for remaining silent over the alleged police excesses and demanded accountability. The BRS delegation urged the NHRC and NCW to order a comprehensive and impartial inquiry, ensure preservation of all CCTV footage from the Assembly premises, identify those responsible and initiate appropriate action. They also sought protection for the dignity and rights of women legislators. Former Ministers G. Jagadish Reddy and Satyavathi Rathod, MLC Surabhi Vani Devi, MLAs Kova Lakshmi and Palla Rajeshwar Reddy, MP Vaddiraju Ravichandra and BRS leaders Soma Bharat Kumar and others were part of the delegation.

91st All India Railway Athletics Championship gets underway in Kolkata

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 11 (IANS) The 91st All India Railway Athletics Championship 2026 got underway at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Ground in Salt Lake, Kolkata, on Friday, September 11, 2026. The championship is being organised by the Eastern Railway Sports Association (ERSA) for the second consecutive year under the auspices of the Sports Promotion Board. The three-day-long tournament was declared open by Gitika Pandey, general manager, ER, in the presence of Neeraj Verma, principal chief operations manager, ER and president, ERSA, and other top officials. Twenty-four teams from various zonal railways, production units and the Railway Protection Force (RPF) are participating in the championship. There will be nearly 500 athletes for the various track and field events, officials said. Pandey, in her opening address, highlighted the importance of sportspersons' spirit. Participation in a true sportsperson-like manner is more important than winning, she said. She also appreciated the efforts put in by the ERSA in organising such a pan-India event. The general manager also handed over the medals to the winners of the 1,500-metre race (men), which was among the first events to be held. Several top sportspersons and coaches were present during the inaugural ceremony. They included Arjuna Awardees Joseph Abraham, Jitendra Kumar, J J Shobha, Pappu Yadav, Soma Biswas and Saraswati Saha. Padma Shri recipient and Arjuna Awardee L Bombayla Devi was also one of those present. So was Arjuna Award and Dronacharya Award winner Mohammad Ali Qamar. Olympians Sanjay Ray and Bhawana Jat also attended the event. Apart from the 1,500-metre races, events such as marathon, javelin throw, High jump, discus throw, relay, shot put, hurdles, hammer throw, decathlon and heptathlon are among the events to be held till September 13 for both men and women. Indian Railways has always patronised sports, and several of our athletes and other sportspersons have won honours for the country at international events. Some among these athletes are also likely to leave for the Asian Games in Japan later this month. This tournament will be good practice for them. ERSA will leave no stone unturned to make the championship a success, an official said.

BJP Leader Calls for Demolition of Mosque Near Mumbai Airport, Accuses Opponents of Land Jihad

Kirit Somaiya demands the removal of an illegal mosque near Mumbai Airport, alleging systematic changes to the citys demographics. BJP Leader Calls for Demolition of Mosque Near Mumbai Airport, Accuses Opponents of Land Jihad

MMRDA declares airport-adjacent structure illegal; Kirit Somaiya demands immediate demolition

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 10 (IANS) Tensions have escalated near Mumbais Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (Terminal 2) after the Maharashtra Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) confirmed that a religious structure operating near the high-security zone lacks statutory planning permissions and is unauthorised. Former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Kirit Somaiya has alleged a deliberate attempt at unauthorised land occupation -- characterising the structure as Land Jihad -- and has pressed state authorities and site operators to initiate criminal action against the trustees and individuals responsible. Following complaints regarding unauthorised construction near sensitive airport land, MMRDA verified that no official approvals, building sanctions, or permissions were ever granted for the religious structure. MMRDA has issued formal notices to Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL) directing the immediate removal and demolition of the unauthorised structure to ensure the perimeter remains clear. Somaiya has formally requested both MMRDA and MIAL to go beyond physical clearance by registering a First Information Report (FIR) against the managing trustees and individuals associated with the illegal construction. The controversy highlights ongoing scrutiny surrounding unauthorised encroachments adjacent to critical national infrastructure. Officials note that unregulated structures near VIP corridors, taxi parking lanes, and terminal facilities pose significant security hazards. The matter aligns with previous judicial observations where courts have emphasised that public safety and secure zones near international hubs supersede unauthorised religious claims or structures erected without explicit administrative approvals. Authorities from MIAL and local police departments are currently reviewing directives provided by MMRDA regarding execution steps and necessary security arrangements during the scheduled clearance drive.

No permission granted for structure near Mumbai Airport T2, MMRDA directs MIAL to take action: BJP

The MMRDA has confirmed no permission was granted for a structure near Mumbai Airport's Terminal 2. This authority has now directed Mumbai International Airport Ltd to remove the mosque. BJP leader Kirit Somaiya had previously raised concerns about this alleged unauthorized construction. He requested that FIRs be registered against the individuals responsible for this development. Action is expected to be taken by the airport operator following due procedure.

Student injured as ceiling plaster falls on her at government school near Tambaram

Somangalam police and Education Department officials conducted an inquiry

Chennai corporation intensifies dengue surveillance after intermittent rain

Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 9 (IANS) The Greater Chennai Corporation has intensified dengue surveillance and mosquito-control operations across all 15 city zones as intermittent rain raises the risk of water stagnation and fresh breeding sites. The civic body has directed health teams to closely monitor neighbourhoods where dengue infections have been reported and carry out stronger source-reduction measures. The renewed drive is intended to identify fever cases early, eliminate mosquito-breeding habitats and prevent local clusters from spreading. The instructions followed a district-level review meeting chaired by Director of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Dr Somasundaram. Zonal health officials were told to maintain heightened surveillance in affected localities and ensure that preventive work is carried out without delay. Private hospitals have been asked to submit daily reports on patients being treated for fever. The reporting system is expected to give public health officials a more immediate picture of possible outbreaks, enabling field teams to respond quickly in areas showing an increase in cases. Mosquito-control workers conducting door-to-door visits have also been instructed to gather information about residents suffering from fever. Any such case must be brought immediately to the attention of the respective health inspector for verification, follow-up and further reporting. Alongside surveillance, the Corporation has ordered an intensified campaign to remove discarded materials and other objects capable of collecting rainwater. Special attention will be given to vacant plots, hospitals, schools, government offices, parks and construction sites, where unattended containers and debris can turn into mosquito-breeding grounds. Officials are expected to inspect vulnerable premises and ensure that stagnant water is cleared regularly. The measures cover both public spaces and private properties, reflecting concern that even small collections of water can support mosquito breeding following spells of rain. Residents have been asked to support the campaign by preventing waste from accumulating around their homes. They should keep overhead tanks, ground-level tanks and wells properly covered, and check their premises regularly for stagnant water. The civic body has particularly advised households to empty water collected in flower-pot trays and other containers at least once every week. Similar checks should be carried out on terraces, balconies and yards after rainfall. The Corporation said coordinated reporting by hospitals, field workers and residents would be crucial to detecting fever cases early and reducing dengue risk across Chennai during the wet spell.

Resurgence of Somali Pirates Raises Concerns for India

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World leaders express grief over passing of Tanzania's First Gentleman

Digital Desk | Dar es Salaam, Sep 7 (IANS) World leaders expressed grief on Monday over the passing of Hafidh Ameir Hassan, Tanzania's First Gentleman and husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who died at a hospital in Zanzibar while being treated for a heart ailment. Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi announced the death, saying Hafidh died at about 8 a.m. He was to be buried the same day at Kizimkazi in Zanzibar. I have received with deep sorrow the news of the passing of Hafidh Ameir Hassan, husband of Her Excellency Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Kenyan President William Ruto said in a post on X. On behalf of the Government and people of Kenya, the First Lady, my family and on my own behalf, I convey our heartfelt condolences to President Samia, her family and the people of Tanzania. President Samia has lost a lifelong companion, her children a beloved father, and Tanzania a distinguished son. Kenya stands with our Tanzanian brothers and sisters in this moment of grief. May Almighty God comfort President Samia and her family, give them strength through this difficult time, and grant Hafidh Ameir Hassan eternal rest. My sincere condolences to my sister, President Samia Suluhu Hassan, her family, and the people of Tanzania on the passing of H.E. Hafidh Ameir Hassan, Rwandan President Paul Kagame said. The Government and people of Rwanda stand in solidarity with President Samia Suluhu Hassan and our brothers and sisters in Tanzania as they honour the life and legacy of H.E. Hafidh Ameir Hassan. We convey our deepest condolences to Her Excellency President Samia Suluhu Hassan on the passing of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema said. We stand side by side with the first family, and all citizens of the United Republic of Tanzania during this difficult time. I extend my deepest condolences to Her Excellency Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, on the passing of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan. Somalia stands with her family and the people of Tanzania in this time of grief. May Allah grant him Jannatul Firdaws, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said. Hafidh, an agricultural expert who kept a low public profile, married Samia in 1978. The couple had four children.

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At least 15 attacks on ships have been reported in the region so far in 2026, compared with just five in 2025.

Andhra Congress chief Sharmila announces daughter Anjilis marriage to U.S.-based doctor

The groom is the son of Somala Subba Reddy and Somala Padma Reddy, and his family hails from Kurnool district and has settled in the United States

Ramappa Temples Ancient Somasutra Restored

The Somasutra was blocked over a period of time, hindering the performance of Abhishekams as per Agama Shastra rituals.

Somasila High-Level Canal To Be Completed, Water Assured For Marripadu: Anam

Ramanarayana Reddy directed officials to reconstruct a sluice on the Somasila North Canal and take up about 300 metres of canal works to ensure proper water flow, following a request from farmers of Konasamudram

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The US military base in Bosaso, Somalia, will be used for enhancing maritime security and carrying out combat and surveillance operations against terror groups in the region.

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Hyderabad: The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday, September 3, arrested Suryapet Town Planning Officer V Somaiahin connection with a disproportionate assets case worth Rs 3 crore. Somaiah was arrested from his residence in Manasa Nagar during a raid based on multiple complaints against him. ACB teams searched nine locations in Suryapet and Hyderabad, including Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

US Faces New Gulf Of Aden Threat As Houthis Reportedly Arm And Train Somalias Al-Shabaab

A new Houthi-al-Shabaab alliance across the Gulf of Aden is raising alarm in Washington, as Yemens Iran-backed rebels reportedly supply Somalia-based militants with weapons, training and drone expertise. A Wall Street Journal report says at least 100 al-Shabaab fighters have trained in Yemen, while weapons have allegedly been moved across the strategic waterway. The emerging partnership could give al-Shabaab more sophisticated capabilities while expanding the Houthis reach toward Somalia and vital global shipping routes.

South Asian and MENA cinema take centre stage at BFI London Film Festival 2026

Highlights The 70th BFI London Film Festival will showcase films from across south Asia and the Middle East and North Africa A new 4K restoration of Kamal Amrohis Pakeezah will screen at BFI IMAX New films explore beauty standards, political resistance, displacement, queer identity, war, censorship and family The 70th BFI London Film Festival is turning the spotlight towards filmmakers from south Asia and the Middle East and North Africa, bringing a striking mix of political cinema, intimate dramas, genre films and restored classics to UK audiences this October. Running from 7 to 18 October, the festival will feature films from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Nepal, Afghanistan, Iran, Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, Tunisia, Yemen, Morocco and Egypt. Across the selection, filmmakers use everything from body horror and dark comedy to documentary and archive footage to explore the pressures shaping lives across the region. At the centre of the south Asian selection is a landmark restoration of one of Indian cinemas most celebrated films. Pakeezah returns to the big screen Kamal Amrohis 1972 classic Pakeezah , starring Meena Kumari, will screen at BFI IMAX on 18 October following a new 4K restoration by the Film Heritage Foundation. The musical tragedy, centred on a courtesan and her relationship with a man from a different social world, remains one of Hindi cinemas defining works. Its inclusion alongside contemporary films also creates a link between south Asias cinematic heritage and the new generation of filmmakers now finding audiences internationally. The festivals south Asian programme features several distinctive contemporary voices. Bangladeshi filmmaker Rubaiyat Hossains The Difficult Bride turns the rituals surrounding marriage into feminist body horror, following bride-to-be Zaineen as beauty expectations, social restrictions and supernatural warnings begin to close in. Shalini Adnanis Our Share of Sand follows Maya, a young woman returning to rural India and gradually confronting the child labour, environmental destruction and corruption connected to her familys wealth. Meanwhile, The Calf Doll sees Indian filmmaker Ankur Hooda use his grandparents as improvised versions of themselves in a para-fiction about village rituals, migration and industrialisation in Haryana. Pakistan is represented by Sarmad Sultan Khoosats Lali , a dark comedy about two emotionally wounded strangers brought together through an arranged marriage. The film reunites Khoosat with Joyland filmmaker Saim Sadiq, who serves as editor and casting director. Nepali filmmaker Abinash Bikram Shahs Elephants in the Fog follows a matriarch from the kinnar community searching for her missing daughter. The film also made history at Cannes as the first Nepali film selected for the Official Selection. CHRONICLES FROM THE SIEGE BFI London Cinema as resistance across MENA The MENA selection similarly moves between personal stories and political history. Shab-Nameh: Women of Irans Forgotten Left + Ghazal-e Sorkh combines film and live performance as artist Maryam Tafakory explores the erased histories of women involved in political resistance in Iran. Mohsen Amiryousefis The Banning Curse takes a more playful approach to censorship, using autofiction, archive footage and the figure of the Angel of Death to revisit the Iranian directors career and the political and cultural forces that repeatedly obstructed it. In Chronicles from the Siege , Palestinian filmmaker Abdallah Al-Khatib connects five stories of Palestinians living under military occupation, where ordinary aspects of daily life become questions of survival. Mohanad Yaqubis Revolutionaries Never Die looks backwards through the 16mm archive of Lebanese filmmaker Jocelyne Saab, using footage filmed across Palestine, Lebanon and Iran between 1973 and 1983 as a way of engaging with memory and political history. Other films turn towards displacement, identity and family. Concrete Land , by Asmahan Bkerat, follows a Black Palestinian Bedouin family navigating poverty and repeated displacement in Jordan, while Tunisian filmmaker Leyla Bouzids In a Whisper centres on a young queer woman returning to her family's home after her uncles death. Stories of war, family and survival The programme also brings more intimate stories of people navigating conflict and social upheaval. The Station , directed by Sara Ishaq, transforms a women-only petrol station in Yemen into a space of humour and sisterhood as its owner tries to protect her younger brother from being recruited into the war. Iranian filmmaker Ali Asgaris A Bit of Light follows a doctor whose practice is shut after he treats anti-government protesters, forcing him to confront the responsibilities he has towards his family and community. The Friends House Is Here , made secretly in Iran by Hossein Keshavarz and Maryam Ataei, follows a dancer and playwright creating political art within Tehrans underground scene. There is also room for genre cinema and international stars. Bassam Tariqs Your Mother, Your Mother, Your Mother stars Mahershala Ali as a devout Muslim hitman who becomes a single father after his wifes sudden death, while Anthony Wonkes In the Shadows draws inspiration from the true story of Somali boxer Ramla Ali, with Jasmine Jobson playing a refugee who pursues boxing in secret before representing Somalia at the Olympic Games. Your Mother, Your Mother, Your Mother BFI London A wider global programme The MENA and south Asian selections form part of a much broader 70th-anniversary programme. The 2026 festival will present 251 features, shorts, series and immersive works from 88 countries, including 33 world premieres. Women filmmakers account for 109 works, or 43 per cent of the overall programme. The festival will take place across London, partner cinemas around the UK and BFI Player, giving audiences beyond the capital access to the programme. BFI Members' priority booking opens at 10am on 10 September, followed by general sale at 10am on 17 September. Additional tickets will be released from 10am on 1 October. For south Asian and MENA cinema in particular, this year's festival offers something more substantial than a regional showcase. From Pakeezah 's restored grandeur to films confronting censorship, displacement and identity, the programme places both cinematic heritage and urgent new voices firmly within the conversation around contemporary world cinema.

'This illegal Somali trucker couldn't read road signs': Rep Onder 'exposes' Minnesota over CDLs

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Key accused in Somangalam ATM burglary nabbed in Jaipur

Nirmal: Devotional Trip Turns Tragic; Four Killed in Jeep Accident

According to reports, the victims, all residents of Pardi (B) village, Kubeer mandal of Nirmal district, had travelled to the Kailash Tekdi temple in Maharashtra on the occasion of Sravana Somavaram.

Dam Safety Panel Inspects Somasila, to Assess Kandaleru Next

Somasila officials said the committee would make a detailed assessment of the dams structural stability, safety measures and overall condition.

Srisailam temple invites applications for Somnath pilgrimage

The initiative marks 1,000 years since the historic attack on the Somnath temple and 75 years since its reconstruction; Somanth temple plans to facilitate the participation of around 50 devotees from Srisailam, with arrangements to be made by the Devasthanam

Kakani Flays AP Government Over Water Management in Nellore

Kakani demanded an immediate review of water availability in Somasila and Kandaleru and urged the government to release water to protect farmers interests

Dam Safety Experts to Inspect Somasila Reservoir on Aug 29, 30

The committee will conduct a detailed assessment of the dams safety and structural condition over the two days

No going back on Mangalurus integration with SWR

Minister of State for Railways Somanna assures Kota Srinivas Poojary of Union governments commitment to Mangalurus integration with SWR

Magnitude 6.1 earthquake recorded east of Gulf of Aden

An earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale was recorded east of the Gulf of Aden, between Somalia and Yemen, in the early hours of Friday, August 28. In a post on X, the Saudi Geological Survey said the earthquake was detected at precisely 12:07:31 am through its network of national seismic monitoring stations. The Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

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Second ATM Robbery in Chennai Suburbs Within 3 Days, Rs 12 Lakh Stolen

On Monday morning, a gang had stolen Rs. 9 lakh from an ICICI ATM at Somangalam and the modus operandi was the same. On Thursday, a gang stole Rs. 12 lakh from another private bank ATM in Gummidipoondi in Thiruvallur district

Somasilas Flood-hit Ancient Shiva Shrine Set To Rise Again

The Somasila temple, which was severely damaged by floods in 2021, is now being rebuilt at an estimated cost of Rs 13.50 crore.

ACB Catches Three Somasila Project Engineers, Contractor in Bribe Trap

The trap followed a complaint by Ambati Chiranjeevi, 35, of Kanupurupalli village in Kaluvoy mandal, who alleged that the officials had demanded the money for processing and issuing a no-objection certificate (NOC) to enable further development of his agricultural land.

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Last week, the Indian government said two ships carrying Indian crew members had been hijacked in separate incidents off Yemen and Somalia. The Ministry of External Affairs says all the Indian nationals are safe and that the government is in touch with the concerned authorities. But the two incidents have also renewed concerns about piracy off Somalia, at a time when shipping in the wider region is already under pressure from the conflict in West Asia.

22 Indian sailors held in two ship hijackings: Why Somali piracy is making a comeback

Last week, the Indian government said two ships carrying Indian crew members had been hijacked in separate incidents off Yemen and Somalia. The Ministry of External Affairs says all the Indian nationals are safe and that the government is in touch with the concerned authorities. But the two incidents have also renewed concerns about piracy off Somalia, at a time when shipping in the wider region is already under pressure from the conflict in West Asia.

Dolly the sheep was named after Dolly Parton, but do you know the reason? Heres how the worlds first adult-cell clone got its name from the country music legend

Dolly the sheep made headlines in 1996 when she became the first mammal to be cloned from an adult somatic cell using a technique called somatic cell nuclear transfer. Her birth was announced in 1997, sparking worldwide fascination and intense ethical debates. Although Dolly lived a relatively normal life and had six offspring, she later developed health complications and was put to sleep at the age of six.

Rise In Somali Pirate Attacks And A Shift Towards Red Sea Route

With maritime traffic disrupted around the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea, shipping carriers have increasingly been forced to take longer routes around the southern tip of Africa.

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City of Blood Trailer : Lea Drinda, Soma Pysall and Franz Hartwig Starrer City of Blood Official Trailer

City of Blood : Watch the Official trailer from german Web series 'City of Blood' starring Lea Drinda, Soma Pysall and Franz Hartwig. City of Blood is directed by Philipp Kadelbach. To know more about City of Blood, watch the video. Check out the latest german trailer, new series trailer, trending german series trailer, Lea Drinda, Soma Pysall and Franz Hartwig's videos at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.